There are many ways to get around Cancun and beyond when visiting the Mexican Caribbean, but just like with anything else, some are better than others. Some transportation options are more comfortable, others are more convenient, and some are more affordable. One of the most affordable ways to get around, especially if traveling outside of …
Tourist safety
Second only to the unbeatable Cancun, Playa Del Carmen continues to be an extremely popular area for tourists. The state of Quintana Roo continues to record brilliant numbers of visitors coming to the area, and with the huge flow of flights arriving at the destination this summer, Playa Del Carmen carves itself out as a …
This year, Cancun reigns supreme as the number one destination for foreign travelers, having everything any tourist would ever need for a perfect vacation. Just outside the bustling hotel zone of the city, Cancun is surrounded by natural beauty, with one of the more visited and beloved areas being the Nichupté Lagoon. Located on the …
Scams in tourist destinations are common, but they can be avoided if you’re vigilant and know what to watch out for. Unfortunately, this isn’t always easy, as one tourist recently found out while visiting the Mexican Caribbean. In this case, a jeweler near Cancun sold fake jewelry to an American tourist for hundreds of dollars, …
Once again, a local government in the Riviera Maya calls on the Mexican military for assistance. Tulum continues to increase security efforts amidst concerns about safety for tourists and locals. Diego Castañón Trejó, Municipal President of Tulum, announced that 20 troops from the Mexican Navy will be added to existing security in the city. These …
There has been much buzz around the highly anticipated Tulum International Airport this year, which is set to begin operations in December. After VivaAerobus announced on Thursday that they would begin scheduled flights from Mexico City, Guadalajara, Monterrey, and Tijuana, Aeromexico revealed yesterday that they will start flights departing from the United States and Canada. …
One of the favorite activities of visitors to Isla Mujeres is watching the scenic views of the sea standing on the dramatic rock cliffs. However, tourists are advised to be careful standing on the rocks and enjoying the natural seascapes due to the instability of the rock cliffs. Rocking and Rolling Part of the quaintness …
Cancun and other major tourist hotspots such as Tulum and Playa Del Carmen have been pulling out all the stops in order to maintain a strong level of security for all visitors this year. Many initiatives have been a resounding success, as the Mexican Caribbean just experienced a record-breaking summer season with a large …
Cancun’s busy tourism season is just around the corner and during this time thousands of visitors will arrive at the destination. As with other years, security will undoubtedly be enhanced through this busy season, and it will be easier than ever for security officials to keep tourists safe. This is due to Cancun receiving a …
Authorities in Playa del Carmen are putting new mechanisms in place to monitor taxis, which have caused significant issues throughout the Riviera Maya. In Cancun, there have been reports of taxi drivers being involved in criminal activities, such as selling drugs and violence against drivers and tourists using Uber. In response, Playa del Carmen’s Lazaro …